Study Finds Room Temperature and Thermostat Settings Impact Refrigerator Energy Use
Research from the University of Malaya shows that refrigerator energy consumption is significantly affected by ambient room temperature and thermostat settings. Higher room temperatures increase power use as compressors work harder, while lowering the thermostat beyond necessary levels also raises energy consumption by 8 to 11 percent per degree. Positioning fridges away from heat sources and optimizing thermostat settings can reduce electricity bills. Frequent door openings have minimal impact compared to these factors.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 37/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, economictimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 17 Aug, 01:41 pm. Other outlets followed.